“Summer House” fans are speculating that Amanda Batula may be hinting at a new romance after posting a cryptic video holding hands with a mystery man.
The social media moment comes weeks after Batula and Kyle Cooke announced their split ahead of season 10 of “Summer House.”
Batula and Cooke confirmed their breakup on January 19 in a joint Instagram statement. Throughout the latest season of the Bravo hit, the now-former couple discussed their marital challenges, including Batula’s concerns about Cooke’s drinking and partying. At one point during the season, Batula revealed Cooke slept at a fan’s house.
Amanda Batula’s Mystery Man Sparks Aidan Blake Speculation
According to the fan account @youknownat on Instagram, Batula recently shared a video of herself holding hands with an unidentified man wearing a green sweater. The brief clip prompted immediate speculation from viewers.
One fan initially theorized the mystery man could be West Wilson.
However, the fan account responded, “It was Aiden Blake! He hung out with them on the snow day as well. He also was on tonight’s episode of [‘Summer House’] at the singles party.”
The account later posted a photo of Blake in what appeared to be the same green sweater. Blake also appeared to have a similar hairstyle and chain necklace as the man in Batula’s video.
Fans also noticed that both Batula and Carl Radke follow Blake on social media. Batula has reportedly liked several of his recent posts. On his Instagram bio, Blake describes himself as someone “having fun in New York City” who enjoys “running, tinned fish, ice cream [and] friends.”
The Latest on the ‘Summer House’ Co-Star’s Love Life
During the February 24 episode of “Watch What Happens Live,” Lindsay Hubbard shared her thoughts on which of her former castmates would move on first.
Hubbard revealed she believed Batula would find love before Cooke.
Batula previously offered an update on her relationship status during a January 27 appearance on SiriusXM’s “Front Row,” where she joined Cooke and other “Summer House” cast members.
“We’re good,” Batula said. “What’s next?”
She added that the separation has improved their dynamic. “It’s been easier to get along, but we’re good,” she said. “We talk all the time. We’re traveling, so I’m watching the dogs. He’s watching the dogs. We’re co-parenting the dogs together. I still call him if I have questions.”
Cooke also addressed their evolving relationship during the same appearance.
“I think every step we’ve taken, there’s a little bit of a weight has been lifted,” Cooke said. “And ironically, I feel like this last week, having kinda pressed post together, it felt like a little more light, lighthearted.”
He added, “More than anything, I want her to be happy. I want us both to be happy.”
Cooke and Batula announced their breakup in a joint statement posted to Instagram Stories ahead of the season 10 premiere of “Summer House.”
“After much reflection, we have mutually and amicably decided to part ways as a couple,” they wrote. “We share this with a heavy heart and kindly ask for your grace and support while we focus on our personal growth and healing.”
